6 Early Spring Vegetables Worth Buying at the Farmers Market

Asparagus Roast or grill with oil and salt for the best flavor. Keep it simple and don’t overcook.

Ramps Use them like scallions, but treat them as a specialty. Chop into eggs, pasta, or compound butter.

Sugar snap peas Enjoy them raw or lightly stir-fried. They’re sweet and crisp with minimal effort.

Radishes Eat them raw in salads with butter and salt, or roast them until sweet. They’re underrated and versatile.

Pea shoots They wilt in seconds, so toss them on pizza or in a salad at the last minute.

Fiddleheads Grab them if you see them, but cook them thoroughly. They’re a fleeting seasonal treat.